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Baby Lock evolve BLE8W Instruction And Reference Manual
Summary of evolve BLE8W
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"important safety instructions" when using overlock machine, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following. Read all instructions before using this overlock machine. Danger- to reduce the risk of electric shock. 1. The overlock machine should never be left unattended wh...
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1 welcome to the baby lock evolve your baby lock evolve provides chain stitching, cover stitching, and overlocking. The baby lock evolve has an exclusive "thread delivery system" that eliminates confusing tension adjustments. The evolve enables you to accomplish a perfect stitch with any type of thr...
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T a b l e o f c o n t e n t s 2 table of contents overview ...................................................................................................................... 4 how your machine operates .................................................................................. 4 overview ...
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T a b l e o f c o n t e n t s 3 table of contents (cont.) converting from 3-thread to 2-thread overlock ..................................................... 35 2-thread flatlock - wide ...................................................................................... 36 2-thread flatlock - narr...
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O v e r v i e w 4 how your machine operates sometimes called an overlock machine or overlocker, the serger is different from any conventional sewing machine you have used. Awareness of its simple operation will enable you to become more proficient in its use. Please read all instructions before usin...
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O v e r v i e w 5 overview of the evolve 3 4 1 2 31 33 34 30 28 26 24 22 20 18 29 27 25 23 21 19 17 5 7 9 11 13 6 8 10 12 14 16 15 32 1. Upper looper positioning lever 19. Machine lock button 2. Presser foot adjusting screw 20. Looper threading lever 3. Presser foot thread release lever* 21. Chain l...
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O v e r v i e w 6 accessories your baby lock evolve serger has a built-in accessory compartment. To open, swing the "lid" on the thread spoolstand to the right to reveal the tray holding some of the accessories listed below. Others may be found in the machine packing materials. Accessory number incl...
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Your baby lock evolve serger is set up to use either schmetz or organ elx705cf needles size 90/14. This is suitable for most medium and heavyweight fabrics. For lightweight fabrics use size 80/12, elx705cf nee- dles. The elx705cf needle is a semi-ballpoint design and is suitable for knits and wovens...
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O v e r v i e w 8 setting up your evolve 1. Remove machine from box after removing the packing materials from the box, gently lift your baby lock serger by grasping the han- dle provided on the top of the machine. Place the machine on a serger sewing table or any level surface that provides ample wo...
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6. Position the telescopic thread guide. Raise the telescopic thread guide to its highest position. Rotate the shaft to the left and right until each sec- tion "clicks" into a locked position (fig. D). 7. Thread guide extension to install: snap & lower. Place plastic support of thread guide extensio...
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O v e r v i e w 10 your machine is pre-set to sew an overlock with a chain stitch. The upper blade is engaged to cut the fabric while sewing. Of course, you may select to engage or disengage the cutting blade. You can change the blade cover to the sewing table and lock the upper looper down when sew...
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O v e r v i e w 11 thread cutter presser foot pressure adjustment snap-on presser foot there is a thread cutter located on the left side of your evolve. At the end of a seam, sew off the fabric edge and continue sewing to create a 5-6 inch (12.5-15cm) thread chain. Bring the chain of thread up and f...
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O v e r v i e w 12 stitch length/rolled hem a b a b stitch width the stitch length / rolled hem adjusting dial is conveniently located just to the left of the front cover, near the base plate (fig. A). The dial shows two stitch- length ranges, each numbered from 1, for the shortest stitch, to 4 for ...
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O v e r v i e w 13 differential feed a b d e f c your baby lock serger is equipped with differential feed.The set of feed dogs work independently in order to ensure smooth sewing on all fabrics. When the differential feed adjusting lever, located at the machine's right, front edge is set on "n" for ...
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O v e r v i e w 14 overlock thread delivery system stitch selector lever side cover the baby lock evolve revolutionizes the way a serger works with its exclusive overlock thread delivery system. You no longer have to manually adjust the tension settings for the type of overlock stitch you are sewing...
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O v e r v i e w 15 chain/cover stitch tension dials the tension system of the chain and cover stitches are completely separate from the system being used on the overlock stitches. Unlike the thread delivery system of the overlock stitches, the tensions of the chain / cover stitch needles and chain l...
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O v e r v i e w 16 2-thread subsidiary looper either needle thread may be engaged for 2-thread overlock sewing 1. Open the front cover and the blade cover, cut the upper looper thread just above the threading port (fig. A). Raise the presser foot and pull out the clipped thread from under the foot. ...
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17 notes:.
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T h r e a d i n g 18 threading preparation when using threads on cones or king spools place the cone or spool securely over the cone holders furnished on your machine. To avoid bend- ing the thread stand, you may need to place one hand under the stand while positioning the cone. The cone holders pre...
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T h r e a d i n g 19 threading your evolve locked position for threading, thread stand and thread port reference chart your baby lock evolve is equipped with an exclusive "instant jet-air threading system" for fast, easy thread- ing of the upper, lower, and chain loopers. One push of the "jet-air" t...
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T h r e a d i n g 20 lower looper 1. With the presser foot up and machine lock button in the locked position. See fig. A page 19. Set the thread- ing port selector lever to "l" for lower looper threading. See fig. B, page 19. 2. Place the thread cone or spool on the "lower looper" spool pin on the t...
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1. With the presser foot up and machine lock button in the locked position, see fig. A page 19, set the thread- ing port selector lever to "c" for chain looper threading. See fig. B, page 19. 2. Set the stitch selector lever to "d" position for easy threading of the chain looper tension dial. 3. Pla...
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Left chain/cover needle c-1 1. Raise presser foot, place the thread on the "chain needle 1" spool pin. Slip the thread into the telescopic antenna thread guide "c1" directly above the spool. See drawings below for reference. 2. Bring thread down from the telescopic antenna thread guide into the far ...
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Left overlock needle - o-1 1. Place the thread on the "overlock needle 1" spool pin. See fig. C, page 19. Bring the thread end through the telescopic guide directly above the thread. Bring the thread through thread guide at top of machine and down the "overlock needle i" thread path and in the guide...
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Use the marks on your serger's front cover to align the fabric the desired seam width. Set the width dial at the "m" setting for accurate seam allowances. T h r e a d i n g 24 how to use the needle threader a b 1. Hold the needle threader with the arrow mark on top. Place the thread in the groove of...
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When threading is complete, the loose threads should initially interlock on fabric. This is most important when sewing the chain or cover stitches. T h r e a d i n g 25 start to sew a b c 1. Cut all threads to 4 inch (10cm) in length. 2. Place fabric under the presser foot directly below the needles...
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T h r e a d i n g 26 clearing the stitch width fingers a b c re-threading loopers if a thread breaks, raise the presser foot and pull the broken thread from under the foot. Open the front cover, depress the machine lock button and set the looper threader selector to u, l, or c for the looper being t...
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Overedging to finish facings, hems and seams before construc- tion, is one of the most basic uses of a serger, such as making a garment or project with 5/8 inch (16mm) pressed open seams (fig. A). To overedge, place the single layer of fabric in front of the press- er foot, aligning the cut edge wit...
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With the evolve overlock thread delivery system, the upper and lower looper threads lock together evenly over the cut fabric edge(s) to form a flat, non-rolling pattern of overlocking stitches on both sides of the fabric. The left (o1) needle thread interlocks with both looper threads at the stitchi...
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O v e r l o c k s t i t c h e s e x p r e s s 29 3-thread overlock - wide the 3-thread overlock wide stitch is perfect for edge-finishing most woven fabrics and for seaming knits that do not require the extra dura- bility that a fourth thread provides. To convert your serger to a 3-thread overlock w...
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To convert to narrow 3-thread overlock (3.0-5.0mm), cut the o-1 needle thread (fig. A). Remove the o-1 needle and o-1 needle thread completely from the machine. Tighten the needle clamp screw slightly to prevent the screw from work- ing out (fig. B). Place needle into o-2 needle clamp position and t...
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O v e r l o c k s t i t c h e s e x p r e s s 31 3-thread overlock - narrow hemming narrow hemming is an attractive finish for light to medium weight fab- rics. Remove the o-1 needle and needle thread completely from the machine. Clear the stitch fingers. Turn the stitch length adjusting dial clockw...
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The rolled edge setting is used to achieve the narrowest stitch possible (1.5mm) on your baby lock serger. The stitch is suitable for seaming sheer and lightweight fabrics and for edging and hemming lightweight fabrics. O v e r l o c k s t e x p r e s s 32 rolled edging 3-thread rolled edge with the...
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O v e r l o c k s t i t c h e s e x p r e s s 33 seaming sheers lettuce edge belt loops and button loops a b c use the 3-thread rolled hem setting when sewing sheer fabrics. Set the stitch length at 2.5. Sew the seams, aligning the fabric edge with the serger's seam guides, trimming away the excess ...
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Flatlock seams are most suited to fabrics which do not ravel such as interlock knits, tricot, sweatshirt fleece and synthetic suede. The needle thread is carried below the fabric and to the cut edge of the fabric. The lower looper thread rides along the cut edge of the fabric for stability. The edge...
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The 2-thread function provides an economical and less bulky means of overedging all fabrics. The standard 2-thread overlock is the same as a 2-thread flatlock stitch. When sewn with specialty threads, 2-thread sewing makes decorative seams and edges for activewear, chil- dren's clothing , ruffles, a...
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When sewn on a fold, flatlocking can create a decorative effect within the body of a garment or project. Either follow placement lines on your pattern or design your own special effects by stitching the fabric before laying out pattern pieces. Then open the fabric fold until the flatlock stitching l...
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Sew a 2-thread flatlock seam then pull the two fabric layers apart until the seam lies flat (fig. A). Because the threads show on the outside as well as the inside of the garment or project, the flatlock seam is often considered a decora- tive application (fig. B). For 2-thread flatlock - narrow 1. ...
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O v e r l o c k s t i t c h e s e x p r e s s 38 blanket stitch - decorative stitch a b c set up the machine for 2-thread flatlock - wide but the needle thread- ing path is different for this technique. 1. Insert a size 90 top stitch needle in left overlock needle position. 2. Lock the machine. 3. P...
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O v e r l o c k s t i t c h e s e x p r e s s 39 ladder stitch - decorative stitch needles o-1 size 90 top stitch needle length 4.0 width 7.5 stitch selector a wave selector o set up the machine for 2-thread flatlock - wide but the needle thread- ing path is different for this technique. 1. Insert a...
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O v e r l o c k s t i t c h e s e x p r e s s 40 wave stitch converting from normal serging to wave the wave stitch provides a decorative "wavy" edging on fabric. (this is not to be confused with "lettuce edge" on page 33). The upper looper thread and the lower looper thread gradually appear every 2...
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O v e r l o c k s t i t c h e s e x p r e s s 41 3-thread wave stitch needles o-2 length 1.0 - 2.5 width 5.0 stitch selector b wave selector w 1. Move the wave selector lever from "o" to "w". 2. Cut the threads from the thread cones and remove from the thread paths. 3. Lock the machine for threading...
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O v e r l o c k s t i t c h e s e x p r e s s 42 3-thread rolled wave stitch 1. Move the wave selector lever from "o" to "w". 2. Cut the threads from the thread cones and remove from the thread paths. 3. Lock the machine for threading the loopers (see page 19.) 4. Place the right needle thread cone ...
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O v e r l o c k s t i t c h e s e x p r e s s 43 3-thread reversed wave stitch needles o-2 length 1.0-2.5 width 5.0 stitch selector b wave selector w you can also get the wave stitch in the back of fabric by crossing the upper and lower looper threads before the threading port. This reversed wave st...
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The chain stitch is formed using two threads, one thread in the needle and one thread in the chain looper. Chain stitching looks like a straight stitch on the top of the fabric while the chain looper thread forms a chain on the underside of the fabric. The chain stitch has stretchability that is not...
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Balanced tension - chain stitch has correct tension when the needle thread sews a straight seam on the top side and the chain looper thread forms loops on the under side of the fabric. Needle thread is too loose - turn the chain/cover needle thread tension dial to a higher number. Or turn the chain ...
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The narrow cover stitch consists of two rows of straight stitching on the top side of the fabric with an overlock stitch on the underside of the fabric. This stitch is very common in the garment industry to hem knit garments. The narrow cover stitch is used on fine knits such as jersey and single kn...
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Balanced tension - cover stitch has correct tension when the needle thread sews two rows of straight stitching on the top side and the chain looper forms a zig zag on the underside of the fabric. Needle thread is too loose - turn the chain /cover needle thread tension dial to a higher number. Or tur...
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The narrow cover stitch consists of two rows of straight stitching on the top side of the fabric with the overlock stitch on the underside of the fabric. This stitch is very common in the garment industry to hem knit garments. The narrow cover stitch is used on fine knits such as jersey and single k...
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Balanced tension - cover stitch has correct tension when the needle thread sews two rows of straight stitching on the top side and the chain looper forms a zig zag on the underside of the fabric. Needle thread is too loose - turn the chain /cover needle thread tension dial to a higher number. Or tur...
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The wide cover stitch consists of two rows of straight stitching on top the fabric with an overlock stitch on the underside of the fabric. This stitch is very common in the garment industry to hem heavier knit fabrics such as double knits, sweatshirt fleece, and polar fleece. The wide cover stitch i...
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Balanced tension - cover stitch has correct tension when the needle thread sew two rows of straight stitching on the top side and the chain looper forms a zig zag on the underside of the fabric. Needle thread is too loose - turn the chain/cover needle thread tension dial to a higher number. Or turn ...
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The triple cover stitch can be used for topstitching, hemming, and elastic application . The stitch can also be used as a decorative stitch upside down with the overlock side on the right side of the fabric. The gar- ment industry uses the triple cover stitch frequently in activewear. The triple cov...
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Balanced tension - triple cover stitch has correct tension when the needle thread sew three rows of straight stitching on the top side and the chain looper forms a zig zag on the underside of the fabric. Needle thread is too loose - turn the chain/cover needle thread tension dial to a higher number....
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The 4-thread safety stitch is perfect for all types of woven fabrics ranging from fine to heavy weight fabrics. This stitch is designed to seam and overlock the edge in one step, thus creating a garment industry standard safe- ty stitch. As well as woven fabrics, the 4- thread safety stitch is for s...
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4-thread safety stitch: 2-thread chain w/2-thread wide overlock c o m b i n a t i o n s t i t c h e x p r e s s i v e 55 4-thread safety stitch - continued 5/8 inch (16mm) 1/2 inch (13mm) 3/8 inch (9.5mm) note: stitch length, stitch width and chain needle tension settings may vary with different typ...
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The 5-thread safety stitch is perfect for all types of woven fabrics ranging from fine to heavy weight. This stitch is designed to seam and overlock the edge in one step, thus creating a garment industry standard stitch. As well as woven fabrics, the 5-thread safety stitch is for stabilizing knits, ...
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5-thread safety stitch: 2-thread chain w/3-thread wide overlock c o m b i n a t i o n s t i t c h e x p r e s s i v e 57 5-thread safety stitch - continued 5/8 inch (16mm) 1/2 inch (13mm) 3/8inch (9.5mm) size needle looper stitch length stitch width 5/8 inch (16mm) c-1, o-1 u,l,c 2.5-3.5 7.5 1/2 inc...
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C o m b i n a t i o n t i t c h e x p r e s s i v e 58 7-thread wave stitch 7-thread wave stitch is a combined stitch of 3-thread wave and 4-thread triple cover stitch. This stitch looks gorgeous with decorative threads appearing on wave stitch and triple cover stitch. For the 7-thread wave stitch: ...
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C o m b i n a t i o n s t i t c h e x p r e s s i v e 59 7-thread wave stitch - continued 7-thread stitch triple cover stitch w/ 3-thread wave stitch variations of stitches 6-thread stitch cover stitch wide w/ 3-thread wave stitch 6-thread stitch cover stitch wide w/ 3-thread rolled wave 5-thread st...
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C o m b i n a t i o n t c h e x p r e s s i v e 60 7-thread reversed wave stitch 7-thread reversed wave stitch is a combined stitch of 3-thread reverse wave and 4-thread triple cover stitch. This stitch looks gorgeous with decorative threads appearing on wave stitch and triple cover stitch in the ba...
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C o m b i n a t i o n s t i t c h e x p r e s s i v e 61 7-thread reversed wave stitch - continued 7-thread stitch triple cover stitch w/ 3-thread reversed wave stitch variations of stitches 6-thread stitch cover stitch wide w/ 3-thread reversed wave stitch 5-thread stitch right chain stitch w/ 3-th...
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8-thread stitch is a combined stitch of 4-thread overlock and 4-thread triple cover stitch. The 8-thread stitch is perfect for garment construction on heavy weight woven fabrics and used as a decora- tive topstitching with decorative overlock edge finish. The stitch is very durable as well as being ...
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Variations of stitches c o m b i n a t i o n s t i t c h e x p r e s s i v e 63 8-thread stitch - continued 8-thread stitch triple cover stitch w/ 4-thread overlock 7-thread - wide triple cover stitch w/3-thread overlock wide 7-thread - narrow triple cover stitch w/3-thread overlock narrow.
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With the great features of overlock stitching and chain/cover stitching on the evolve, many different stitch- es branch off from the basic "express" stitches. The following combinations can let you "express" your cre- ativity as never before. Use the "stitch selection chart"at the back of the manual...
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3-thread overlock wide & chain c-3 needle position 3-thread overlock wide & chain c-2 needle position 3-thread overlock wide & chain c-1 needle position 3-thread overlock wide & right narrow cover stitch 3-thread overlock wide & left narrow cover stitch 3-thread overlock wide & wide cover stitch 3-t...
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Sew to the point in fabric where you want to turn a corner. Stop the machine. Turn the handwheel toward you (counter clockwise) by hand, making sure the needle is going down in the fabric. Slowly start to raise the needle out of fabric. Stop when you see the eye of the needle. (the point of the need...
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1. Stitch along one edge until you reach the corner. Take one stitch off the edge of the fabric (fig. A). (as you approach the edge, you may want to stop and manually turn the handwheel towards you.) 2. Raise the needle(s) to the highest position. 3. Clear the stitch fingers, and rotate the fabric t...
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T e c h n i q u e s 68 flat hemming - cover stitch hemming in the round - cover stitch 1. Leave one seam on the garment open. 2. Measure, turn up and press hem on garment. 3. On right side of garment mark hem allowance with marking pen. 4. Place garment right side up under the presser foot, aligning...
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T e c h n i q u e s 69 blind hemming - overlock your baby lock evolve can create a sturdy, nearly invisible blind- hem. 1. Set the machine for 2-thread overlock with the o-2 needle threaded. Set the stitch width at 5.0 and the stitch length at 4.0 in the standard range. 2. Fold up the hemline and pr...
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The slot in the standard presser foot is designed to guide stabilizing tape, narrow elastic or decorative ribbon into the stitching. Insert tape or elastic into the slot and under the back of the foot (fig. A). Adjust the stitch width to match the tape width. Place the fabric under the foot and stit...
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The flatlock stitch need not be limited at seamlines. When sewn on a fold, flatlocking can create attractive decorative effects within the body of a garment or project. Either follow placement lines on your pattern or design your own special effects by stitching the fabric before laying out pattern ...
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The serger stitch will not unravel readily, and in most cases serged seams are secured by an intersecting seam. If that's not the case, these are several options for securing seam (fig. A). 1. Leave a 3 inch (7.5cm) chain, separate the threads and tie a knot. 2. Apply a dot of seam sealant on the th...
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To lock the end of the seam: 1. Take one stitch off the end of the seam (fig. A). 2. Raise the presser foot and bring the needle(s) to the highest position. Pull back gently on the fabric to clear the stitch fingers. 3. Turn the fabric over, end to end (fig. B), and reposition it under the presser f...
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The chain stitch and cover stitch can easily be removed. Trim the chain tail to edge of fabric at the "end" of the seam and pull on the chain looper thread on underside of the fabric. This will give you the opportunity to "unsew" an incorrect seam very easily. To secure the chain stitch or cover sti...
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T e c h n i q u e s 75 notes:.
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Beautiful stitches can be formed by serging with specialty threads, cords, and ribbons. These heavy or shiny threads can be used to enhance the appearance of a stitch, add strength and elasticity, or create special effects. It depends on the thread you choose for the chosen technique. Some specialty...
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Heavy-weight threads can be used through your regular looper thread paths. Specific techniques may require that the thread bypass the thread port for the thread pull to be loosened. Start with the machine threaded with regular serger thread. 1. Open front cover and raise the presser foot. 2. Just ab...
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1. Open the front cover and raise the presser foot. 2. At the threading port, cut the looper thread that is to be replaced. Remove thread from under the foot and the upper thread guides. Replace cone of thread with specialty thread. 3. With machine in locked position set the looper threading port to...
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1. Open the front cover and raise the presser foot. 2. At the threading port, clip the looper thread that is to be replaced. (fig.A) remove thread from under the foot and the upper thread guides. Replace cone of thread with specialty thread. 3. With machine in locked position (fig.B) set the looper ...
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S p e c i a l t y t h r e a d s 80 specialty thread guide chart overlock stitches topstitching buttonhole twist (medium-weight) wooly nylon (medium-weight) metallic threads (light-weight) application decorative edging decorative flatlocking rolled hem soft seams on lingerie and sportswear decorative...
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S p e c i a l t y t h r e a d s 81 specialty thread guide chart overlock stitches clear nylon (light-weight) lingerie thread, rayon or polyester machine-embroidery thread (light-weight) decorative thread: décor, candlelight, pearl crown rayon (heavy-weight) application techniques requiring thread in...
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Before taking your machine in for service, check the following: machine fails to start: 1. Are electrical plugs properly connected? 2. Is the power switch on? 3. Check household circuit breaker or fuse. 4. Is the lock button release lever in the unlocked position? Thread breaks: 1. Is the machine th...
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Stitch unbalanced: 1. Is the serger threaded correctly? 2. Is the proper presser foot on the serger? 3. Is the correct needle inserted and threaded? Chain or cover stitch unbalanced: 1. Is the thread in the tensions? 2. Are the tensions set correctly for the chain/cover needles? 3. Is the tension di...
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Needle identification (fig. A)- the chain/cover stitch needle are on the front portion of the needle clamp and are identified by c-1,c-2 and c-3. C-1-left chain/cover stitch needle can be used for chain stitch, left nar- row cover stitch, wide cover stitch or triple cover stitch. C-2-center chain/co...
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The fixed blade is made of a special long lasting steel and does not require frequent replacement. If neces- sary, contact your nearest retailer for replacement of the blade. The upper moving blade is made of a softer steel material and will require replacement. A spare blade is pro- vided with the ...
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Your baby lock will operate at best performance if it is kept clean at all times. The serger's cutting action cre- ates much more lint than you will find on conventional sewing machine. Your serger's major moving parts are well protected and do not need to be oiled. However, we recommend to use the ...
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Stitch types: chain stitch - right (c-1), center (c-2), left (c-3) cover stitch - narrow left - narrow right - wide - triple overlock stitch - 4-thread overlock (narrow and wide) - 3-thread overlock (narrow and wide) - 3-thread flatlock - 3-thread rolled hem 3-thread wave 3-thread rolled wave - 2-th...
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S t i t c h s e l e c t i o n c h a r t 88 c h a rt fo r s tit c h s e le c tio n s e tt in g s fo r c h a in /c o v e r a n d c o m b in a tio n name of stitch nb. Needles & ndle position looper(s) u - l - c stitch l/dial stitch w/dial stitch selector ch. Looper tension dial ch/cov ndle tension dia...
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S t i t c h s e l e c t i o n c h a r t 89 c h a rt fo r s tit c h s e le c tio n s e tt in g s fo r c h a in /c o v e r a n d c o m b in a tio n stitch name nb. Needles & ndle position looper(s) u - l - c stitch l/dial stitch w/dial stitch selector ch. Looper tension dial ch/cov ndle tension dial d...
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